Addresses of Inauguration and Dedication: Worcester, November 11, 1868 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book captures the founding and early years of Worcester County Free Institute of Industrial Science, later renamed Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Through its detailed accounts of the events leading up to its establishment, the vision of its founders, and its evolution from concept to reality, this book encapsulates the birth of one of America's preeminent technological universities. The author meticulously chronicles key decisions, explores the motivations of the founders, including philanthropist John Boynton, and delves into the complexities of establishing an institution that blended practical, scientific, and cultural education. This book not only traces the development of the university but also sheds light on the broader history of technical education in the United States, highlighting the significance of Worcester Polytechnic Institute within that context.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book captures the founding and early years of Worcester County Free Institute of Industrial Science, later renamed Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Through its detailed accounts of the events leading up to its establishment, the vision of its founders, and its evolution from concept to reality, this book encapsulates the birth of one of America's preeminent technological universities. The author meticulously chronicles key decisions, explores the motivations of the founders, including philanthropist John Boynton, and delves into the complexities of establishing an institution that blended practical, scientific, and cultural education. This book not only traces the development of the university but also sheds light on the broader history of technical education in the United States, highlighting the significance of Worcester Polytechnic Institute within that context. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333351281_0
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